The national average rose by 8 cents to $ 2.22 a gallon California average is typically higher than nation’s Merced’s cheapest gas was $ 2.39 on Monday … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced caregivers want pay raise above minimum wage
United Domestic Workers has been in negotiations with Merced County since October Union members say they deserve more than a minimum wage increase Members also hope to receive health benefits … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced police: Two convicted felons arrested with guns, cocaine
In separate cases, men both found with firearms, ‘baggies of cocaine’ Investigations conducted by the Merced Police Department’s Gang Violence Suppression Unit … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced College awarded $1.5 million grant to train instructors
Grant given by California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office Only half of 86 applicants were given grants … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced Mysteries & Minutiae: Eateries remain open after owner’s sudden death
Florencio Aguilar died unexpectedly in April Aguilar owned Florencio’s Mexican Restaurant and La Morenita in Merced Family wants customers to know the restaurants remain open and unchanged … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced set for tax-sharing talk
Lack of agreement between city, county on Monday’s agenda County’s offer isn’t equitable, city maintains Leaders also will discuss half-cent sales tax for roads … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced County Farm Bureau will host wine, cheese night for teachers
Event is way to connect ag industry with educators Reserve your spot in advance … Click to Continue »
Read More »Discretionary funds targeted at candidates’ Merced County forum
$ 40,000 discretionary fund is available for each supervisor to disburse each year Incumbents say funds have benefited local groups and nonprofits Challengers argue that money would be better spent on law enforcement or other sectors … Click to Continue »
Read More »Sheriff, DA say dormant committee not answer to Merced County crime
Sheriff, district attorney blast Board of Supervisors for inaction on ‘public safety emergency’ Supervisors suggest meeting with public safety committee Committee hasn’t met for four years amid record-high slaying rate … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced celebrates Arbor Day, its 35th as Tree City USA
City has about 88,000 trees, celebrates them every year Children and city workers team to plant maples Several schools hold ceremonies featuring saplings … Click to Continue »
Read More »Symposium on the ‘Developing Child’ at UC Merced
UC Merced will host its third annual Symposium on the Child and Family on Saturday, offering hours of talks by researchers on the theme of “The Developing Child in a … Click to Continue »
Read More »UC Merced Connect: Researchers dive into big data to predict NBA winners
Before you place any bets on the next NBA playoff games, take a look at UC Merced professor Harish Bhat’s Twitter account. He’s tweeting daily predictions based on an innovative … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced County Board of Supervisors candidates, District 4: Rich Ford
Rich Ford of Gustine says his experience in local government combined with his knowledge as a business owner makes him a fit candidate for District 4 supervisor. Ford, 57, was … Click to Continue »
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